Treating ADD/ADHD naturally in Monroe WA

"Stand still! Pay attention! Sit down! Put that down! Look at me!" 

By the time I was 6 years old I had learned to ignore statements such as these because I had heard them daily for years. I was diagnosed with ADD/ADHD; before it was mainstream to diagnose anyone with ADD/ADHD. I had trouble functioning in school and at home. My parents didn't want to put me on medication, but felt they had no other option.

When I entered my teenage years I was able to stop taking medication and excel in society; and I owe a huge part of that to my Martial Arts training. Martial Arts specifically teaches Discipline, Confidence, Focus, and Goal setting in an encouraging environment.You don't have to take my word for it, there are hundreds of studies and a quick google search will provide mountains of evidence. However-

The key is finding a good instructor(s) who understands and is trained specifically to work with ADHD children and adults. Thats where I come in.


I understand the daily struggle of a child or adult with ADD/ADHD. I dealt with years of abuse from teachers and people who just don't get it. I've actually had a teacher tell me once, "You'll never be anything". Not only do I understand the problem, I have overcome it. I have even learned to use it as a benefit!

I have undergone training and I am certified to work with ADD/ADHD children. I have the certificate on the wall, but honestly I have learned more from personal experience on a daily basis teaching hundreds and hundreds of students. We have developed behavior reward programs, and academic incentives programs that work with your child's teacher. In addition, we have specific techniques that are taught in class to handle common situations. These same techniques are taught to my staff members.

Martial Arts training is a safe, effective, and natural alternative to medications and can be a valuable addition to your child's future. I highly suggest you check into other alternatives before placing your child on medication.

-Jeremy Molley (Owner of Active Martial Arts in Monroe WA.)

Monroe WA self defense for women

There are several ways you can help yourself or others feel safer and be safer, including taking a self-defense class at Active Martial Arts in Monroe WA. An important part of learning self-defense is to not learn purely from fear-based techniques, as these can have the unintended effect of actually making you more frightened of your surroundings and possibly even easier to attack.

Attitude

Part of self-defense is learning techniques that will help reduce the odds of an attack. Don't be afraid to trust your own gut instincts about a situation. Assertiveness and the ability to handle verbal confrontation are also important and can defuse a fight before it starts. These skills can be taught even if you think you are shy. A 2004 study found that self-defense classes improved women's abilities to defend themselves not only physically but also verbally.

Safety Devices

Certain devices are easy to carry and may scare or injure attackers long enough for you to get away. Some devices work better than others. For example, a whistle or noisemaker might attract attention, but it might not bring people to your aid and takes away time that you could use to defend yourself. Chemical sprays, like pepper spray, are easy to carry but might not work on everyone. Stun guns are also available, but they don't automatically stop attackers in their tracks--it takes a few seconds of full contact between the stun gun and the attacker's skin to fully disable someone. Chemical sprays and stun guns are illegal in some states, and you may need a license to possess them or have to take a class on proper use before purchasing them. You do have to know how to use these weapons quickly, otherwise an attacker may be able to snatch them and turn them on you.

Classes

We offer women's self defense training courses, in addition to our Martial Arts program. We have taught the homeland security department, hundreds of self defense seminars, celebrities, and more. Many of our black belt's and instructors are female and enjoy teaching others in a safe, fun, and positive environment. Our instructors are the best! Active Martial Arts in Monroe WA holds regular womens self defense courses.

Active Martial Arts Rotating Curriculum

What is a rotating curriculum and how does it work?
Our program is based on a rotating curriculum, which is a newer approach to studying martial arts that has proven very effective at increasing student success in the classroom. Under a rotating curriculum system, all students of the same general skill level learn the same curriculum in a series of cycles. 

The Striking and Grappling program have 4 skill levels:

• Beginner - (Striking white and yellow belts / Grappling white belts up to 2 stripes)
  

• Intermediate - (Striking orange, green, blue, and purple belts / Grappling Yellow & Orange Belts)
  

• Advanced - (Striking brown, high brown, red and high red belts / Grappling Green belts)
  

• Elite - (Striking black belts / Grappling blue belt and above)
  

Beginners train for 2 cycles (each cycle last 8 weeks) and then progress to intermediate level. Intermediate level lasts 4 cycles and then progress to the advanced level. Each cycle has different curriculum to learn in that skill level.

Ex. The Striking Beginner level is composed of white and yellow belt techniques and is 2 cycles long. You will spend a total of 4 months at the beginner level and be ready to move on to the Intermediate level at Orange belt.

Wolfpups have 2 skill levels:

• Beginner- (White, yellow, orange, green, blue, purple belts)
  

• Advanced - (Camo brown, brown, camo red, red, camo black, Wolfpup black belt)

The Wolfpup beginner level is 6 cycles long, and each cycle lasts 8 weeks. Your child will be given the opportunity to advance to the Wolfpup Advanced skill level when they reach Camo brown belt. Some wolfpups will skip rank depending on their age and ability, but this is a subject for another post.

What are the benefits for the student?

• Rotating curriculum helps all students to move at a more regular pace, meaning that students will not lag behind their teammates, creating appositive feeling of inclusion and self-worth. 

• Instructors are able to identify right away the students that need help. It also means that students will receive the same level of instruction from a consistent, recognizable instructor and will eliminate students being taught different things by different instructors.

• It helps to develop more concrete, short-term goals for students. Students will learn new curriculum every few months, which will keep the study of Martial Arts fresh and exciting for them.

• Overall, it streamlines and simplify both the classroom and the learning process so that students receive adequate instructor attention, and practice to assure their continued success.

 
How does the rotating curriculum affect the belt system?

It is very important to understand that our system separates belts from curriculum. There are no "orange belt techniques", as techniques are grouped by skill level. Orange belts will learn the same techniques as purple belts and at the same time. Purple belts have trained 4 cycles of the Intermediate curriculum, while orange belts have only trained 1 cycle. The color of your belt represents your rank, how long you have been training, and your proficiency in techniques; not which cycle you are training. 


How do I know which cycle we are on?

On the bulletin board, as well as our calendar there will be a list of exactly what cycle each skill level is currently on. The cycles are named after different elements of nature and symbolize your progression and journey in martial arts. Ex. seed cycle, sun cycle, earth cycle, water cycle, etc... When watching your DVD, make sure you are watching the current cycle!

I hope this helps you understand our curriculum and rank progression system. If you have any questions feel free to talk to a staff member. Also make sure you like us on facebook.


Jeremy Molley